Ethics & compliance
Axpo has a responsibility to fulfil the ever-increasing regulatory requirements while also operating in a way that meets the high expectations of all stakeholders.
Axpo is committed to conducting its business with a high level of integrity and in accordance with ethical standards.
Compliance (adherence to laws, integrity and ethics) is non-negotiable and cannot be delegated. All employees and executive bodies of the company therefore have a duty to ensure that their behaviour as a representative of Axpo does not violate any laws, basic ethical principles or internal rules. Our managers lead by example in this respect.
Business principles & SpeakUp
Our business principles are part of our identity and our Code of Conduct.
Our incident reporting channel ‘SpeakUp’ provides a way for employees and people from outside the Axpo Group to report compliance breaches or related concerns (including anonymously).
We are aware that misconduct can sometimes occur in the workplace, especially in large organisations. If you have any concerns or suspicions, or if you are aware of an actual breach, then please let us know. This will enable us to take the necessary steps to ensure adherence to laws, integrity and ethics.
Ethics & compliance function
The Ethics & Compliance function is the central specialist unit for ensuring compliance throughout the Axpo Group. It advises the executive bodies and employees on all ethics and compliance issues and is a point of contact for reporting suspected breaches of the law, the Code of Conduct or other internal regulations, as well as for any other concerns or information relating to compliance.